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1957-10-06, CBS, 28 min.
Scientists comment on Russian feat and other rocketry, US rocket programs assured in view of triumphal Sputnik Russian achievement. Douglas Edwards hosts this CBS TV NEWS SPECIAL REPORT.
1959-01-04, CBS, min.
Walter Cronkite reports on where the US stands in space, Nasa chief describes future US space plans. Anchor: Walter Cronkite
#13413: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1960-05-10, CBS, min.
A special report from CBS news: Senator Hubert Humprey concedes to Senator John F. Kennedy in the West Virginia primary.
1962-11-07, WCBS, 29 min.
On the day of her death, at the age of 78, a special tribute to the former first lady, Eleanor Roosevelt, is presented by Charles Collingwood. Included is a recent interview with Mrs. Roosevelt conducted by Dave Dubin. An excerpt is replayed from a January 22, 1954 Person to Person broadcast, Edward R. Murrow interviewing Eleanor Roosevelt. Charles Collingwood gives details on her life as this Special Report tribute continues with film of the Roosevelt family at Hyde Park, New York, during Franklin D. Roosevelt's 1932 campaign, Inauguration Day on March 4, 1933, Mrs. Roosevelt's war-time activities, the death of President Roosevelt, and her appointment as the first woman delegate to the United Nations. Collingwood closes with a tribute to "her quality of goodness and the transparency of her motivations."
1963-11-22, WCBS, 154 min.
- Walter Cronkite
- Charles Kuralt
- John F. Kennedy
- Harry Reasoner
- Dan Rather
- George Herman
- Adlai E. Stevenson
- Lady Bird Johnson
- Jerry Hill
- Lee Harvey Oswald
- Charles Von Fremd
- Lyndon B. Johnson
- Bill Mercer
- Charles DeGaulle
- Medgar Evers
- Rose Kennedy
- Nakita Khrushchev
Harry Reasoner anchors this live evening special program of the same day coverage of President John F. Kennedy's assassination. There is a special retrospective on JFK, the Kennedy family, the 1960 Election with interviews and remembered speeches. There are live late breaking bulletins from George Herman at the White House. There is a live editorial from Eric Sevareid on the late President. Dan Rather reports live from Dallas on the latest developments concerning Lee Harvey Oswald, who at this time was accused of only killing a policeman and who was currently being questioned. Live from Dallas police headquarters, KRLD-TV newsman Bill Mercer interviews policeman Jerry Hill, who has been questioning the accused Oswald. We hear Oswald denying that he shot the President. We hear CBS news correspondent Charles Von Fremd's 1960 interview with Kennedy who reflected on his views on the possibility of his own assassination. Harry Reasoner summarizes the days events and what is to follow. Lyndon B. Johnson addresses the American people in a brief recorded transcription - his first formal statement as President. Harry Reasoner continues with a profile on Johnson... past speeches, political statements and commentary from LBJ and Lady Bird Johnson. A past interview between Walter Cronkite and Lyndon Johnson is heard. White House correspondent George Herman comments on LBJ and there is a live statement concerning the JFK assassination from Adlai Stevenson. J.F.K.: A MAN OF THIS CENTURY (TV) Summary A special news report from the night of President John F. Kennedy's murder, this program is a review of John F. Kennedy's life, opening with scenes from his childhood, and continuing with his wedding and the Democratic National Convention of 1960. Includes excerpts from his first debate with Richard Nixon and his victory celebration in Hyannisport, followed by the inauguration. The 1961 Ottawa State visit, the Vienna Summit meeting with Khrushchev, and a Paris meeting with De Gaulle are recorded, followed by more family background, including an interview with Rose Kennedy and Jackie Kennedy, and a tribute to John F. Kennedy as a father. The Cuban crisis and the Berlin crisis are also reviewed. The program continues with President Kennedy addressing the nation on the Cuban missile crisis, followed by Kennedy's interview with three networks discussing the presidency. George Herman at the White House reports on the current news. A shot of Kennedy's Berlin reception in 1963, and his reaction to the murder of Medgar Evers are included, with clips of Kennedy on South Vietnam on the significance of the White House. Harry Reasoner discusses Kennedy's presidential image, and a clip of the inaugural address is seen. Dan Rather reports from Dallas, and Bill Mercer interviews a Dallas policeman. Herman at the White House and Reasoner report on current developments. Reasoner discusses Lyndon Johnson. The third hour of the program continues with a clip of Lady Bird Johnson and a flashback to the 1960 Democratic National Convention, followed by background on the election, concentrating on President Lyndon B. Johnson. Included are Johnson's around the world tour, and Cronkite's campaign interview with Johnson. The program continues with George Herman commenting on Johnson, and Johnson's return to Washington. Charles Kuralt reports on a high requiem mass in honor of John F. Kennedy in Los Angeles. The program closes with Harry Reasoner summarizing the day's events.
1963-11-24, CBS, min.
CBS news special report on the shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald by Jack Ruby. Roger Mudd, Walter Cronkite, Dan Rather, Harry Reasoner, and Spencer Allen report.
1963-11-24, CBS, min.
Live coverage of the shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald by Jack Ruby. Spencer Allen, Walter Cronkite, Roger Mudd, and Harry Reasoner report. Duplicate of 11303A.
1963-12-27, CBS, min.
A CBS news special report on the prison life of crime informant Joseph Valachi.
#14917: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1965-07-19, CBS, 56 min.
A tribute to Adlai Stevenson who died on July 14th, 1965. Comments by Willard Wirtz, Hubert Humphrey, and Prime Minister Harold Wilson.
1966-02-26, CBS, 25 min.
The Saturn 11 rocket is sent into orbit. Walter Cronkite reports.
1966-06-21, CBS, min.
A personal report on Vietnam by CBS newman Eric Sevareid.
1967-06-09, CBS, min.
A CBS news special report on the fighting in the Middle East between Israel and its Arab neighbors. Charles Kuralt reports.
1967-06-09, CBS, min.
A CBS news special report on the fighting in the Middle East between Israel and its Arab neighbors. Charles Kuralt reports. Duplicate of #19557.
1968-04-01, CBS, 54 min.
- Walter Cronkite
- Lyndon Johnson
- Bill Moyers
- Richard Nixon
- Dan Rather
- George Herman
- John Hughes
- Theodore White
Special report on President Johnson's decision not to run for President and on the prospects for peace in Vietnam, George Herman and Dan Rather report, an extended interview with Richard Nixon, Comments from Bill Moyers, John Hughes, and Theodore White.
1968-04-04, CBS, 90 min.
Live coverage of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King. Host: Joseph Benti.
1968-04-05, CBS, 30 min.
- Jacqueline Kennedy
- Harry Reasoner
- Dan Rather
- Steve Rowan
- Roger Mudd
- Nelson Benton
- Eric Sevareid
- Ike Pappas
- Bill Plante
- John Hart
- Carl Stokes
- Dr Martin Luther King
- Whitney Young
- President Lyndon B. Johnson
- Mayor Richard M. Daley
- Reverend Ralph Abernathy
- Coretta King
- Jeb Duvall
ASSASSINATION OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING AND AFTERMATH Anchor newsman Harry Reasoner examines the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King and the aftermath that has followed a day later. Harry Reasoner reports on 40 cities across the nation where much domestic disturbance has erupted causing the National Guard to be deployed. We hear prior speeches by Dr. Martin Luther King proclaiming that he will not use violence to protest all that is evil in the country. President Lyndon Johnson speaks to the American people. He implores that blacks and whites must come together to fill the void of Dr. King whose voice has been stilled. Reports of 3000 National Guardsman deployed to Detroit where one person has been killed. Major looting and fires everywhere. 2000 National Guardsman deployed to Boston. State of emergency in Washington DC where Steve Rowan reports major destruction and looting, some by children. Police officers attempt to curtail violence. Nelson Benton reports of 100 fires only blocks from the White House. Three deaths reported. 4000 National Guardsman deployed. Dan Rather reports from Washington D.C. President Johnson meets with 21 civil rights leaders at the White House this morning. Mourning in the afternoon at the National Cathedral. In Chicago, 6000 National Guardsman have taken up position. Jeb Duvall reports. Two negroes killed by snipers. Chicago Mayor Richard Daley appeals for all people to protect the city of Chicago. From Memphis Tennessee Ike Pappas reports and reconstructs the assassination. He states that Dr. King emerged from his room #306 and on the balcony leaned over to talk to others below. From a bathroom window across from the balcony, only 200 feet away the assailant fired one shot striking King in the neck, and fled. Also reporting from Memphis is Bill Plante...an extended report of Coretta King arriving at the Memphis airport, and the procession arriving at the funeral home. People line the streets. Reverend Ralph Abernathy states that Dr. Martin Luther King believed in non-violence. Tuesday will be his Funeral. There is a message from Jacqueline Kennedy. John Hart reports from Cleveland Ohio. Mayor Carl Stokes states that nobody can kill an idea or ideal which Dr. King represented, and whose message will continue to live in this city. Whitney Young addresses the question of who will replace Dr. Martin Luther King? He reflects to all that "The time has come for all decent people to voice their will. Roger Mudd reports in Washington D.C. that a Joint session of congress will be meeting on Monday with attentions of passing President's Johnson housing and jobs massive spending bill. Eric Sevareid examines the effects of violence that has been seen in many cities across the nation...assessment of the consequences of a great man assassinated, a symbol of a man who has been martyred. Harry Reasoner signs off.
1968-04-05, CBS, 7 min.
Dan Rather special report on President Johnson...meetings already in progress. Joseph Benti reports latest developments on the rioting and Dr. Kings assassination last night. Corretta King frying to Memphis.
1968-04-16, CBS, 52 min.
Produced and reported by Charles Collingwood. Collingwood gives personal observations about the current US status in Vietnam including a Hanoi report. This special is an Emmy-nominated personal view of the North Vietnamese Capital (Hanoi).
1968-05-03, CBS, 37 min.
President Johnson press conference regarding Vietnam peace talks, to take place May 10th, Dan Rather reports Paris, France in need of a tax increase Eric Sevareid states Johnson was remarkable in his tone, attacking Congressional leaders and addressing to US citizens.
1968-06-04, CBS, 150 min.
- Walter Cronkite
- Charles Kuralt
- Eric Sevareid
- Roger Mudd
- Robert Kennedy
- John Hart
- Mike Wallace
- David Dick
- Hughes Rudd
- Frank Mankiewicz
- Joseph Benti
Eric Sevareid with Walter Mondale 4% of vote counted Roger Mudd interviews Robert Kennedy (1:30 AM to 2:15 AM. After the shooting, David Dick and John Hart at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. Doctors issue report that Kennedy has a "50-50 chance of survival." Kennedy spends 3 hours, 10 minutes on the operating table.Surgery from 5:30 AM Eastern Time to 8:40 AM Eastern time. Hughes Rudd reports. Charles Kuralt replaces Joseph Benti. Frank Mankiewicz makes statement to Mike Wallace from Good Samaritan Hospital.
1968-06-05, WCBS, 56 min.
- Sirhan Sirhan
- Terry Drinkwater
- Harry Reasoner
- Jose Williams
- Dan Rather
- John P. Speigal
- Thomas Dodd
- Charles Evers
- Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
- Eugene McCarthy
- Coretta Scott King
- Daniel Schorr
- Bill Stout
- Jacqueline Onassis
- Eric Sevareid
- Earl Ubell
- Lyndon B. Johnson
- Ralph Abernathy
- John Hart
- Robert F. Kennedy
- J. Lawrence Pool
Harry Reasoner anchors this live special report on the day of the Robert F. Kennedy shooting. John Hart reports with the latest bulletins. Bill Stout updates his report on the accused gunman. President Lyndon B. Johnson talks to the American people from the White House. There is an audio recording of a 90 sec. segment from L.A. Mutual News Reporter Andrew West, as he reported the shooting as it actually happened earlier in the day. There are medical reports given to the press at a brief press conference. Presidential candidate Sen. Eugene McCarthy comments as does non-violent black leader Charles Evers. Heard are press conference reports on the background of accused shootist Sirhan Sirhan and the weapon used. Dan Rather reports from Washington D.C. Conn. Sen. Thomas Dodd comments on his Gun Control Bill. Rev. Ralph Abernathy and Jose Williams comment. CBS News correspondent Daniel Schorr interviews Mrs. Martin Luther King Jr., who reads letters she sent to Mrs. Robert F. Kennedy. Harry Reasoner discusses the nature of the head wound suffered by Kennedy with CBS science editor Earl Ubell and Surgeon Dr. J. Lawrence Pool. Roger Mudd is heard in a 1967 interview with Robert Kennedy. Terry Drinkwater reports on Jacqueline Onassis' arrival in L.A. at Good Samaritin Hospital. Robert Kennedy's speech in Indianapolis after the death of Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. is replayed. From Boston's WHDH studio, Psychiatrist Dr. John P. Speigal discusses acts of violence in America. In Washington D.C., Eric Sevareid gives his impressions on the days events. Harry Reasoner summarizes and concludes the broadcast.#19648A: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1968-08-03, CBS, min.
Governor Nelson Rockefeller arrives in Miami for the Republican National Convention.
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Order1968-08-04, CBS, min.
Vietnam war draft resistors and President Johnson's reaction.
1968-10-10, CBS, 4 min.
An interview with scientist Wernher Von Braun.
1969-07-25, CBS, min.
Live statement from Hyannis Port from Senator Edward Kennedy as he addresses the nation in his guilty plea regarding the drowning death of Mary Jo Kopechne. Host: Harry Reasoner.
1969-07-30, CBS, min.
Mariner VI space probe transmits photos of Mars back to Earth. Viewing and discussing first pictures from Mars. Host: Bill Stout. Joined in progress.
1969-07-30, CBS, 10 min.
A special report on Senator Edward Kennedy as he announces he's running for the United States Senate in 1970.
1969-08-07, CBS, min.
Dan Rather does the opening introduction as President Richard Nixon addresses the nation. He announces major reforms to the welfare system as currently one out of every twenty Americans is on welfare. Host: Dan Rather.
1970-04-30, WCBS, 29 min.
President Richard M. Nixon speaks to the American People from the Oval Office in Washington D.C. on the current situation in Cambodia. Dan Rather summarizes and gives commentary. Marvin Kalb gives his analysis regarding the widening of the war in Cambodia as does CBS Pentagon correspondent Steven Rowan.#16428: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1970-09-09, CBS, 15 min.
A report on woman's lib. Guest: Kate Millett.
1970-09-09, CBS, min.
CBS news special on the Palestinian plane hijackings. Walter Cronkite reports.
1970-09-12, CBS, min.
A report on the Palestinian plane hijackings. John Hart reports.
1970-09-12, CBS, 20 min.
CBS news special report with John Hart on this week's plane hijackings.
#16419: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1970-09-28, CBS, 29 min.
A CBS news special report. Harry Reasoner reports.
1972-05-02, WCBS, 58 min.
A memorial tribute to the long-time head of the FBI, J. Edgar Hoover. John Hart reports this special broadcast the day after Hoover's death at the age of 77.1972-07-14, CBS, min.
An inside look at the presidential campaign of Senator George McGovern, the week McGovern won the nomination. Walter Cronkite reports. Also reporting John Hart.
1974-05-01, CBS, min.
CBS news special report on President Nixon's transcripts of the White House tapes pertaining to Watergate. Host: Walter Cronkite.
1974-07-11, , min.
A report on the Watergate investigation and possible impeachment. Host: Roger Mudd.
1974-07-28, CBS, min.
Examination of the effects of the recent fuel shortage and a look ahead to what the future may hold.
1974-08-09, CBS, min.
A report on the transition of power from outgoing president Richard Nixon and the new president of the United States, Gerald Ford.
#17952: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1975-01-02, CBS, 21 min.
Eric Sevareid commentary on Watergate verdicts.
#19563: CBS NEWS SPECIAL REPORT
Order1975-01-02, CBS, 21 min.
Eric Sevareid commentary on Watergate verdicts. Duplicate of #17952
1976-06-08, CBS, 120 min.
Live coverage of the New Jersey, California, and Ohio primaries with host Walter Cronkite.
1976-08-19, CBS, 47 min.
Walter Cronkite reports on the naming of the 1976 Republican Vice-Presidential candidate, Robert Dole, by President Gerald R. Ford.
1977-09-21, CBS, 30 min.
CBS special report on the resignation of Office Of Management And Budget Director Bert Lance.
1977-11-19, CBS, 95 min.
Joined in progress from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. Egyptian President Anwar Sadat's visit to Israel, landing at Ben Gurion airport. CBS 10:30 AM-1105 AM. Coverage 95 minutes. Joined in progress.
1977-12-26, WCBS, 24 min.
Morton Dean reports, with remembrances from Jackie Coogen and Milton Berle on the death of Charlie Chaplin.1980-11-06, CBS, min.
A synopsis of the November 4th presidential election.